2022 Bmw Ix3 Premier — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 433 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Bmw Ix3 Premier, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (92.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.6% in the 60-90k group versus 9.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.0% | 26 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.3% | 23 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.0% | 13 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.5% | 2 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 25 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 4 | Side repeaters | 7 |
| 5 | Washers | 4 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.7% | 107 |
| 2 | Other defects | 8.3% | 36 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.7% | 16 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.4% | 6 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.7% | 3 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.5% | 2 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 194 | 9.3% |
| 30-60k | 202 | 9.4% |
| 60-90k | 34 | 17.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 74 | 9.5% |
| 2025 | 359 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Ix3 Premier
Before buying a 2022 Bmw Ix3 Premier, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (5.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (3.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Bmw Ix3 Premiers pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 433 2022 Bmw Ix3 Premier MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Bmw Ix3 Premier?
Tyres, recorded in 6.0% of tests, followed by visibility (5.3%).
Does the 2022 Ix3 Premier get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.3% in the 0-30k band to 17.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 433 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.